Why does my LR3 sunroof drain keep leaking?
The sunroof drain has a nipple that rots away and then leaves the end of the drain tube to pour water right into the driver’s foot well. Confirm this leak by opening up the dash and taking a look at the drain where it exits the truck.
What is the New Land Rover sunroof drain tube?
New Land Rover Sunroof drain tube, http://amzn.to/2oBILpe Part # for LR3 sunroof drain tube: EEH500100, The drain tube is 12mm OD If you have any questions about this LR3 Sunroof Drain repair, please comment on my original YouTube video.
What should I do if my sunroof drain is leaking?
There are a few ways to fix a type 2 leaking sunroof drain. Replace the entire drain tube. This is the preferred repair, since you will be replacing the entire line with a brand new, clean updated part.
What causes the sunroof on a Land Rover to leak?
There are two types of sunroof leaks on the Land Rover LR3 and each type is not actually caused by the leaking sunroof but how the water drains after it gets past the seal of the sunroof. Each type is easily identified by where the water is inside your LR3. Type 1: Water in the LR3 headliner and overhead lights.
Where is the drain tube in the sunroof?
The tube runs down inside the grab handles and down through the kick panel, if there is anything blocking the tubes, they will back up and water will flow out at the grabhandles and down onto the dash and onto the floor mats. Keeping the drains open by blowing air into them, or maybe some hot water, will help.
What causes a water leak from the sunroof?
A water leak from the sunroof and/or headliner is often caused by clogged or misrouted sunroof drain tubes. Inspecting the sunroof drain tubes should be the first step in checking for the cause of these type of water leaks. The average cost for a Jeep Commander General Diagnosis is between $88 -$111. Learn More
What to do if your sunroof drain becomes plugged?
When a sunroof drain does become plugged, the common signs are either a wet headliner, water dripping from the headliner, wet roof pillar, a damp carpet or water pooling in the foot wells. First you will need to open the sunroof as this is the easiest way to access the drains.
Do you need to clean the drain tubes on a Honda sunroof?
The drain tubes should not come into play if the roof remains closed. If the roof is leaking into the car, cleaning the drain tubes will accomplish nothing. I appreciate the responses.